Principal Patten's Newsletter

Dear Onahan Community,

We are back! Happy New Year to all!

Please make sure to review the following upcoming after school programming. Tomorrow a link will be sent out at 5:00 pm to sign up. These classes are "first come, first serve." WINTER OST DESCRIPTIONS W/O LINK

Through our Communities in Schools partnership (CIS), Onahan has access to some special resources. Take a look to see if any are good for your family: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uO-uf4o2KGp-kMLBi1bP7h7aCDNLPYd4/view?usp=sharing

Thank you for donating to our drive for the Veterans. Ms. McNamara was able to drop off the items for Onahan!

The application period is now open. Beginning October 20, 2025, applicants can submit their nomination materials to become an LSC candidate. Here you will find instructions for how to apply according to your candidate type. Directions for Applying

Application period closes at 3:00 p.m. on January 20, 2026: All application materials must be submitted by the deadline to be nominated as a candidate.
Election Day is March 18, 2026: All LSC elections will take place on a single day.
Election judges: CPS is also seeking 2,000 paid election judges to support the 2026 LSC election. Find instructions for applying below.
Need help with your application? Parents and community members are invited to attend an application workshop for assistance with completing the nomination forms.
Questions? Contact the Office of Local School Council Relations (OLSCR) at 773-553-1400 or lscrelations@cps.edu.

Break out the neon and leg warmers — the Friends of Onahan Annual Fundraiser is going full 80’s! Support our school by purchasing tickets, becoming an event sponsor, making a donation, or contributing an auction item or experience. Every totally awesome contribution helps fund programs and opportunities that benefit Onahan. Don’t miss this rad night for a great cause! Event Website: https://aesbid.com/ELP/ONAHAN26